We start this week with a public apology to Anfernee Simons after his dunk contest win and then discuss a tough start to the second half of the season.

We point out how weird this season must be for all those involved and then Pat shares his personal story of having to shut down and then restart a business during COVID.

We end by introducing the "Jackson Scott Stat of the Day" (perhaps a new weekly feature of the Family Twine podcast).

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It's the halfway point and we're feeling great about the Trail Blazers season.  Why you ask?  Damian Lillard mostly, but also Carmelo Anthony and Enes Kanter.

We also look forward to the second half of the season by spotlighting the need for the defense to improve by following the lead of Derrick Jones Jr. & Robert Covington and how the return of CJ & Nurk, means the young guys (Gary, Anfernee & Nas) will need to continue to step up.

We finish with a quick discussion of why we think Rodney Hood should continue to get minutes in the rotation in order for the team to be successful in the playoffs.

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It may have been a tough week for the Blazers but positivity reigns supreme with the Family Twine Podcast.  We put a 4 game losing streak in perspective, discuss the positive impact Derrick Jones Jr. had throughout the week and decide to keep an eye on Nas Little's increased playing time.

Jackson breaks down the upcoming NBA All Star Dunk Contest featuring Anfernee Simons and tell Blazers fans why the upcoming Charlotte game could be a sign of increased optimism for the second half of the season.

Jackson finds the silver lining in Dame missing out on a starting guard spot in the Western Conference All Star Game.  Then Pat leads an old man rant against those who think that the Blazers need to make a coaching change.

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After a thrilling Trailblazers victory against the Mavericks, we discuss a 4 game win streak, how the team can get even better when CJ & Nurk come back and the reasons why Damian Lillard should be a starter at this year's NBA All Star Game. 

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Multiple Blazers step up over the week to salvage a 3-3 East Coast road trip.

We discuss Nas Little, Harry Giles & CJ Elleby show potential while Anfernee Simons & Gary Trent Jr. showed their ready to contribute.  We also talk about the steadiness of Enes Kanter and the benefits to getting Robert Covington & Derrick Jones Jr. back in the lineup.

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• Damian Lillard's game winner against the Bulls.
• Young guys taking advantage of the opportunity.
• Mentor Melo?
• Rest of the Road Trip
• Being a Positive Fan
• Anfernee's Mindset

COVID postponements give the Blazers some extra practice to adjust to playing without CJ & Nurk so we reset our expectations for the season and identify what we'll be focusing on this week.  Robert Covington's 3 point shooting, Nas Little getting some run, The Blazers second unit offense and Anfernee Simons & Harry Giles +/- are just some of the topics discussed.

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Pat & Jackson share their thoughts on who will have to step up for the Blazers in the absence of Nurk & CJ and reasons for hope that they could.

The family dog Dempsey works really hard to make an appearance as well.

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After an eventful week for (for the Nation and our podcast) we look back at the lows (Steph's 60 & Chicago) and highs (two blow out wins) for the Blazers third week of the season.  We debate whether its better to get blown out by a top team or lose closely to an inferior opponent.  We then take a look at what may be a more challenging week than anticipated.

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